Osinbajo Urges Leaders to Address Hardship in Yola

On Tuesday, Yemi Osinbajo, the former Vice President of Nigeria, delivered a public lecture titled “Democracy and Development: The Imperative of People-Centred Governance” in Yola, as part of the 59th birthday celebrations for Governor Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri of Adamawa State. Osinbajo called on African leaders to confront issues of hardship, hunger, and economic emancipation affecting their populations.

He stressed that governance should extend beyond merely holding public office, advocating for leadership that addresses the needs of citizens, promotes accountability, and fosters unity. Osinbajo praised Governor Fintiri for his leadership and development initiatives, noting that his achievements have garnered attention beyond Adamawa State.

Senator Barau Jibrin, the Deputy President of the Senate, also attended the event and highlighted the significance of effective communication between the government and the populace. Governor Fintiri expressed gratitude for the opportunity to serve and announced plans to establish the Ahmadu Umaru Fintiri Foundation to assist the less privileged after his tenure.